Kaalia of the Vast (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded Flying

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Alex Wicker
Nov 27, 2025
The Art of Playing It Cool in Commander
In this edition of Commander Philosophy, Alex explores the art of playing it cool. When do you chill, and when do you become the threat?
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Avacyn, Angel of Hope
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
92%synergy
Vilis, Broker of Blood
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
80%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
79%synergy
Balefire Dragon
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
73%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
72%synergy
Lightning Greaves
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
66%synergy
Mother of Runes
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
64%synergy
Rune-Scarred Demon
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
64%synergy
Rakdos, Patron of Chaos
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
59%synergy
Kaalia, Zenith Seeker
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
59%synergy
Top Cards
Aurelia, the Warleader
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
54%synergy
Ancient Copper Dragon
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
56%synergy
Deflecting Swat
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
49%synergy
Terror of the Peaks
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
59%synergy
Boros Charm
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
43%synergy
Giver of Runes
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
54%synergy
Lord of the Void
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
52%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
23%synergy
Archfiend of Depravity
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
52%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
44%synergy
Smothering Tithe
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Demonic Tutor
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Ancient Tomb
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Jeska's Will
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Imperial Seal
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
The One Ring
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Necropotence
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Gamble
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Angel of Despair
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
45%synergy
Reya Dawnbringer
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
45%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
46%synergy
Serra's Emissary
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
45%synergy
Archfiend of Despair
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
46%synergy
Valgavoth, Terror Eater
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
46%synergy
Razaketh, the Foulblooded
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Hoarding Broodlord
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Angelic Arbiter
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Bloodletter of Aclazotz
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
34%synergy
Esper Sentinel
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
24%synergy
Blast-Furnace Hellkite
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
40%synergy
Angel of Serenity
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Isshin, Two Heavens as One
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Drana and Linvala
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Ancient Brass Dragon
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
30%synergy
Burning-Rune Demon
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
33%synergy
Bloodthirster
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
33%synergy
Liesa, Forgotten Archangel
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
28%synergy
Summon: Bahamut
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Angel of the Ruins
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
25%synergy
Vile Mutilator
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Akroma, Angel of Wrath
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Demon of Loathing
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Giada, Font of Hope
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Aegis Angel
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Cavern-Hoard Dragon
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Exemplar of Light
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Doomsday Excruciator
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Infernal Sovereign
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Master of Cruelties
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Hellkite Tyrant
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Bloodgift Demon
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Gisela, the Broken Blade
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Mardu Siegebreaker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
The Speed Demon
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Baneslayer Angel
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Ancient Gold Dragon
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Archangel of Thune
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Thraben Watcher
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Lyra Dawnbringer
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Demonlord Belzenlok
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Generator Servant
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Path to Exile
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Dark Ritual
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
30%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
34%synergy
Akroma's Will
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
22%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Deadly Rollick
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Despark
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Crackling Doom
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Restoration Magic
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Entomb
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Clever Concealment
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Deadly Dispute
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Rakdos Charm
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Pyroblast
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Reprieve
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Generous Gift
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-6%synergy
Inevitable Defeat
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Fire Covenant
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Sacrifice
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Stinging Study
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Loran's Escape
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Fling
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Orim's Chant
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Imp's Mischief
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Not Dead After All
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Lae'zel's Acrobatics
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Gods Willing
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Skeletal Scrying
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Cabal Ritual
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Vanishing Verse
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Hide // Seek
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Terminate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-6%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Final Showdown
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Oblation
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Burnt Offering
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Silence
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Undying Malice
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Bathe in Light
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Wear // Tear
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Ruinous Ultimatum
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Farewell
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
17%synergy
Night's Whisper
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Reanimate
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Sign in Blood
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Faithless Looting
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Damn
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Mythos of Snapdax
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Painful Truths
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Demonic Counsel
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Rite of Flame
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Toxic Deluge
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Dark Deal
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Unburial Rites
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Grim Tutor
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Tormenting Voice
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Divine Reckoning
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Vandalblast
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Persist
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Merciless Eviction
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Seize the Spoils
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Read the Bones
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Emeria's Call
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Vindicate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Praetor's Grasp
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Ancient Craving
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Ambition's Cost
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Primevals' Glorious Rebirth
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Grab the Prize
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Diresight
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Defy Death
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Winds of Change
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
30%synergy
Quicksilver Amulet
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Whip of Erebos
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Herald's Horn
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Mardu Monument
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Pearl Medallion
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Illusionist's Bracers
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Hammer of Purphoros
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Dowsing Device
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Belbe's Portal
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Helm of the Host
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Banner of Kinship
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Vanquisher's Banner
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Urza's Incubator
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Plate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Tome of Legends
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Dragon Tempest
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
53%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
24%synergy
Animate Dead
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Black Market Connections
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Windcrag Siege
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
All-Out Assault
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Bitter Reunion
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Aggravated Assault
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Rising of the Day
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Rampage of the Valkyries
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Liliana's Contract
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Unholy Annex // Ritual Chamber
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Momentum Breaker
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Dance of the Dead
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Reconnaissance
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Sigil of the Empty Throne
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Warstorm Surge
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Timely Ward
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Sphere of Safety
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Call of the Ring
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Angelic Accord
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Teleportation Circle
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Footfall Crater
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Land Tax
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Sneak Attack
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
True Conviction
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Firja's Retribution
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Dihada, Binder of Wills
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
24%synergy
Serra the Benevolent
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
43%synergy
Arena of Glory
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
43%synergy
Bojuka Bog
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Reliquary Tower
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Volrath's Stronghold
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Castle Locthwain
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Homeward Path
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Temple of the False God
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Rogue's Passage
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-9%synergy
Lotus Vale
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Seraph Sanctuary
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Lotus Field
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Remote Farm
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
The Black Gate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Emergence Zone
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Peat Bog
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Drownyard Temple
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Sandstone Needle
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Strip Mine
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Sol Ring
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
38%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
31%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
28%synergy
Boros Signet
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Orzhov Signet
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Rakdos Signet
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Fellwar Stone
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Lotus Petal
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
The Soul Stone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Obsidian Obelisk
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Mind Stone
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Mox Opal
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Chrome Mox
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Mox Diamond
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Blood Crypt
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
50%synergy
Sacred Foundry
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
49%synergy
Godless Shrine
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
46%synergy
Scrubland
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
81%synergy
Swamp
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
-9%synergy
Luxury Suite
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
54%synergy
Mountain
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Plains
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
-9%synergy
Spectator Seating
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
53%synergy
Badlands
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
66%synergy
Arid Mesa
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
47%synergy
Plateau
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
67%synergy
Marsh Flats
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
47%synergy
Vault of Champions
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
45%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
79%inclusion11 decks14 decks
46%synergy
Savai Triome
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Exotic Orchard
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Sundown Pass
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
29%synergy
Isolated Chapel
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Haunted Ridge
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
23%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Caves of Koilos
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Reflecting Pool
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
28%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
31%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
30%synergy
Sulfurous Springs
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Rakdos Carnarium
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Rugged Prairie
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Mana Confluence
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Blightstep Pathway
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
20%synergy
City of Brass
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
18%synergy
Windswept Heath
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-14%synergy
Fetid Heath
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Nomad Outpost
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-37%synergy
Wooded Foothills
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Battlefield Forge
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-18%synergy
Cavern of Souls
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Path of Ancestry
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-16%synergy
Scalding Tarn
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Polluted Delta
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Flooded Strand
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy